The County

Caribou Council waiting on state ed funds before it finalizes the city’s 2021 tax rate

Caribou City Council is delaying until the 11th hour a final vote to approve the 2021 tax rate, the group decided at a June 14 meeting. They agreed to meet on June 28 for a single-issue special meeting.

1 day ago

Tornado threat ends, severe thunderstorm warning issued for Aroostook County

The Caribou National Weather Station has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for northeastern Aroostook County that will be in effect until 6:30 p.m. on Monday evening.

2 days ago

Canada to end quarantine requirements for family members and dual citizens on July 5

Those currently authorized to travel across the border, such as family members and dual citizens, may do so without quarantining if they are fully vaccinated, beginning on July 5.

Crime and Courts Browse Crime and Courts

2 weeks ago

Caribou Criminal Docket, February 2021

The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Caribou Courthouse in February.

2 weeks ago

Presque Isle Criminal Docket, February 2021

The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Presque Isle Courthouse in February.

2 weeks ago

Houlton Criminal Docket, February 2021

The following cases were heard under the Aroostook Criminal Docket at the Houlton Courthouse in February.

2 weeks ago

Presque Isle man sentenced on federal drug charges

A Presque Isle man was sentenced in federal court last week for conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine, Acting U.S. Attorney Donald E. Clark said.

4 weeks ago

Presque Isle hosts successful drug take-back day

The most recent prescription drug take-back day held in Presque Isle was a success, city officials said.

1 month ago

Police arrest Caribou man following nine-hour standoff

A Caribou man was arrested early Saturday morning after a nearly nine-hour standoff with police, which involved the man allegedly threatening a woman and two teens with a firearm.

Sports Browse Sports

6 days ago

From the Bunkers – Week of June 14, 2021

All local schools are out, and that means Junior Golf has kicked off another season. This year we have had a great group of kids turn out to learn golf. Please note through August the course will be closed on Mondays, through Aug. 10, from 8:30-11 a.m. to allow the next generation of golfers to play and learn at their own pace.

5 days ago

Aroostook League 2021 Spring All-Aroostook teams announced

The Aroostook League has unveiled its 2021 spring All-Aroostook teams for baseball, softball, tennis and track and field.

1 week ago

Local athletes compete in state track and field championships

The state track and field championships were held at Brewer High School for Class C and Morse High School in Bath for Class B on Saturday, June 5.

1 week ago

Warriors advance to Class D North championship

There are few things more thrilling than an upset in the postseason.

1 week ago

Woodland upsets Katahdin in softball playoff matchup

The Woodland Dragons softball team notched an upset victory Thursday, June 10, defeating third-seeded Katahdin on their home turf 8-6 to advance to the semifinals.

2 weeks ago

Houlton rolls past Calais in C softball quarterfinal

After a quiet start, Houlton’s bats sprang to life in the latter half of the Shiretowners’ Class C North quarterfinal game with Calais Thursday afternoon.

Business News Browse Business News

10 hours ago

Project Canopy offers free trees to Maine landowners

Project Canopy, Maine’s urban and community forest program, is offering native tree seedlings free to Maine landowners on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited quantities of six different species are available to order online: sugar maple, white, red, and Norway spruce, balsam fir and Maine’s state tree – the eastern white pine

4 days ago

Purpose Pups dog training opens in Shiretown

Tyler Jones knew he was at a crossroads in his life and a change was needed.

5 days ago

Chamber breaks record with annual strawberry shortcake sale

The start of summer and the promise of post-COVID-19 days led to more people than ever scrambling to get their first tastes of fresh strawberry shortcakes on Thursday.

5 days ago

NMCC recognized for tobacco-free achievements

Northern Maine Community College is among 11 Maine institutions of higher education celebrated for leadership through an annual gold star standards of excellence program.

6 days ago

Restaurant owner hopes to give community a ‘throwback’ fast food experience

When folks step into Menu 55, the newest burger joint in Presque Isle, they'll see dozens of family photographs lining the dining area walls and a small, close-knit family of employees frying their latest orders of large signature burgers, french fries, wings and other fast food staples.

6 days ago

Maine Community Foundation leadership changes

An interim president, new leadership of the Board of Directors and the election of three board members mark a significant transition at the Maine Community Foundation.

State, National and World News Browse State, National and World News

3 months ago

Cross Lake group plans virtual meeting on watershed plan

A virtual public meeting about the Cross Lake Watershed-Based Management Plan will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 27, via Zoom, hosted by the Friends of Cross Lake.

3 months ago

Bill inspired by First Mile Brewing in Fort Kent becomes law

A bill from Senate President Troy Jackson, D-Allagash and Sen. Louie Luchini, D-Ellsworth to support small businesses in the food and beverage industry was signed into law by Gov. Janet T. Mills on March 17.

3 months ago

Caribou narrowly becomes Aroostook’s third Second Amendment sanctuary city

Caribou City Council narrowly voted in favor of becoming a Second Amendment sanctuary city on March 22. The resolution sends the message that the city is opposed to any unconstitutional restrictions on the right to keep and bear arms for its residents.

3 months ago

Houlton sets public hearing date on visitor center sale for April 12

The Houlton Town Council held its first meeting regarding the proposed sale of the Visitor Information Center, with a public hearing set to take place on April 12.

Living Browse Living

10 hours ago

What’s Happening in the Houlton area – Week of June 23, 2021

Wednesday, June 23 HOULTON: Free workshop Essentials of College Planning, Houlton Higher Education Center, 18 Military St., 9, 10 and 11 a.m., 12, 1 and 2 p.m. To register or FMI, call 1 (800) 281-3703 or visit meoc.maine.edu.

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What’s Happening in the Presque Isle area – Week of June 23, 2021

Wednesday, June 23 ONLINE: Savvy Caregiver, free Zoom class offered by Aroostook Agency on Aging, 6-8 p.m. For family caregivers. Call 764-3396 or 1-800-439-1789 to pre-register and receive a link.

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What’s Happening in the Caribou area – Week of June 23, 2021

Wednesday, June 23 CARIBOU: Affected Other check-in, 10 a.m. at Roads to Recovery, 1 Water St. FMI: sholton@amhc.org, KaytlynRobbins@amhc.org or rspencer@amhc.org.

Opinion Browse Opinion

7 days ago

Special Education director responds to violations

I am writing in response to a recent article published in the Bangor Daily News on June 10 (and in the June 16 edition of the Houlton Pioneer Times) stating that the Hodgdon School District (SAD 70) violated state regulations by improperly changing student special education programs.

7 days ago

Presque Isle’s own steamboat

Did you know Presque Isle had a steamboat in the 1870s? Sidney Cook, who left this area to seek his fame and fortune as a young man, returned a rich man having brought up the treasures of the clipper ship, the SS Golden Gate, which sunk off the coast of California on July 27, 1862.

2 weeks ago

Welcome border news

To the editor: Like U.S. Senator Susan Collins, I too welcome the news that New Brunswick has begun to make plans to reopen the border between Maine and New Brunswick.

County Candids Browse County Candids

5 months ago

Ducks on a winter pond

Despite the 20-degree temperature, ducks swim in the pond at Northern Light A.R. Gould Hospital in Presque Isle on Friday morning, Jan. 8.

5 months ago

When life hands you snow…

A happy-looking snowman greets visitors to this home on Downing Place in Presque Isle.

7 months ago

Raging Meduxnekeag

8 months ago

Frosty Monday morning

"Frost on the pumpkin" turned into white stuff Monday morning, Oct. 26, as the Presque Isle area saw its first visible snowfall.

Houlton councilors pose ambulance contract questions

Aroostook County to host its 1st Pride parade

Possible tornado wreaks havoc in Limestone

PI declines to renew lease for city-owned transitional housing apartment units

Caribou Council waiting on state ed funds before it finalizes the city’s 2021 tax rate

Tornado threat ends, severe thunderstorm warning issued for Aroostook County

Canada to end quarantine requirements for family members and dual citizens on July 5

Caribou Criminal Docket, February 2021

Presque Isle Criminal Docket, February 2021

Houlton Criminal Docket, February 2021

Presque Isle man sentenced on federal drug charges

Presque Isle hosts successful drug take-back day

Police arrest Caribou man following nine-hour standoff

From the Bunkers – Week of June 14, 2021

Aroostook League 2021 Spring All-Aroostook teams announced

Local athletes compete in state track and field championships

Warriors advance to Class D North championship

Woodland upsets Katahdin in softball playoff matchup

Houlton rolls past Calais in C softball quarterfinal

Project Canopy offers free trees to Maine landowners

Purpose Pups dog training opens in Shiretown

Chamber breaks record with annual strawberry shortcake sale

NMCC recognized for tobacco-free achievements

Restaurant owner hopes to give community a ‘throwback’ fast food experience

Maine Community Foundation leadership changes

Cross Lake group plans virtual meeting on watershed plan

Bill inspired by First Mile Brewing in Fort Kent becomes law

Caribou narrowly becomes Aroostook’s third Second Amendment sanctuary city

Houlton sets public hearing date on visitor center sale for April 12

What’s Happening in the Houlton area – Week of June 23, 2021

What’s Happening in the Presque Isle area – Week of June 23, 2021

What’s Happening in the Caribou area – Week of June 23, 2021

Special Education director responds to violations

Presque Isle’s own steamboat

Welcome border news

Ducks on a winter pond

When life hands you snow…

Raging Meduxnekeag

Frosty Monday morning

Limestone, New Sweden preparing for elections and town meetings

Peter-Paul elected to third term as Aroostook Band of Micmacs chief

Sabattis wins re-election for Maliseet tribal chief

Sabattis, Commander to face off in Maliseet election

Purpose Pups dog training opens in Shiretown

A bad rap

Keeping a cool dog